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    If You're Looking For A Birthday Gift, Here Are 68 Excellent Ideas

    You might just find yourself wishing it was *your* birthday after seeing all of these fab gift ideas.

    1. A mystical colorant that'll transform your loved one's fireplace into one seemingly filled with magic and dancing colors — who wouldn't want that?

    2. The Book with No Pictures by The Office's own B.J. Novak that'll leave you and your mini-me giggling past their bedtime.

    the book with no pictures's cover

    3. A squat machine to help them target the three main muscles in their butt. "Bootylicious" is about to become their theme song.

    4. A Baby Yoda night-light that, for lack of a better term, can become their *guiding light* as they make their way through the hallway in the middle of the night when they'll inevitably have to pee.

    5. A rechargeable lighter that'll let them light every candle in their house to create the *perfect* ambience without concern they'll run out of lighter fluid.

    6. A "Stolen Hoodie" scented candle you can likely play off as an inside joke and definitely make your S.O. smile each time they light it.

    a candle with a label that says "stolen hoodie good luck getting this back from me"

    7. A love language card game – it's perfect for anyone whether you've just started dating *or* if you've known each other forever.

    8. A rechargeable hand warmer complete with double-sided heat and three different heat settings they can adjust to their environment — a must-have for the person in your life who is *always* freezing (you know who you are).

    9. A s'mores-themed ChapStick collection that'll keep their pout super soft and give you an extra reason to ~give 'em some sugar~.

    A chapstick case with milk chocolate, marshmallow, and graham cracker flavored chapsticks

    10. A customized Starbucks cup that'll let them combine their obsessions with Disney and caffeine into one glittering tumbler.

    11. The Wand, a handheld filter designed to remove the histamines and sulfites in alcohol that may trigger headaches and hangovers. This lil' gadget will have them singing out "blesssss my souuuuul" like one of the Muses from Hercules.

    a model stirring the wand into their wine

    12. A Wreck This Journal can encourage them to get more in touch with their artistic side — great if they've been intimidated by trying to fill out the blank pages of boring old regular journals. This journal may not start out as a personalized item, but it'll certainly be one when they're done with it.

    13. A gift assortment of Popbar hot chocolate sticks to upgrade their fave winter beverage from a standard powder hot chocolate mix to one you'd see the main character sipping on under twinkle lights in a Hallmark movie.

    the Popbar hot chocolate sticks

    14. A small plot of land in Ireland or Scotland, so your Royal Family–obsessed friend can claim once and for all they are a Lord or a Lady.

    a photo of ireland

    15. A Dyson Corrale straightener that'll make them never want to use another brand's again — it can be used for 30 minutes without a cord, has flexible plates, and chimes to let you know when it's done heating up.

    16. A Baby Yoda Bluetooth speaker that's *almost* as adorable as the real lil' guy in The Mandalorian — great for anyone who wants to blast their favorite tunes all across the galaxy.

    A model holding the round speaker with ears in the palm of their hand

    17. A sleek mirrored digital alarm clock with USB ports to charge their devices and ensure they have *no reason whatsoever* to be late again.

    the alarm clock on a reviewer's nightstand

    18. A Levi's denim jacket lined with fuzzy fleece for that one friend we all have who is forever forgetting a darn coat in the winter. This one is stylish and can be easily layered — they'll adore you for it.

    19. A carbonated bubble clay mask that starts to bubble once it's applied — get one for you and each of your roomies, and prepare for a fun night of selfies (all the while banishing your blackheads).

    20. A milk frother to pack a powerful, spinning punch despite looking rather delicate. It'll help transform their at-home coffee into one worthy of an actual spot on their 'gram (seriously, a fleeting IG story simply won't do it justice!).

    21. A subscription box of treats from Japan for anyone who has been there and experienced the perfection of their snacks IRL or has been hoping to venture there soon.

    a bottle of pepsi from japan and sparkling wine kit kats

    22. A Birthdate Candle featuring their actual day of birth, because who doesn't love something customized JUST for them?

    a candle that says march fourth on it

    23. A set of custom stickers you'll be able to make of whoever you want — your pet, your own face, Harry Styles, the list goes on and on.

    24. A tabletop fireplace with removable glass so they can enjoy a freshly made s'more any time of year — yum.

    The small tabletop fireplace with rocks and a small flame

    25. A Jeopardy trivia book to properly commemorate one of the greatest men to ever grace our televisions.

    The Jeopardy trivia book.

    26. An adventure book just like the one Carl and Ellie created together in Up before Pixar went ahead and crushed all of our souls into a million pieces — they'll love it ;).

    a reviewer's up-inspired photo album

    27. Matte hair clips made to work with *all* hair types — yes, even if they've broken your hairbrush while trying to comb through their bedhead, they can rock one of these beauties!

    28. A warm (and washable) Denali blanket featuring their favorite NFL team, so even if/when the NY Jets lose (sigh) they can be as snug as a bug while watching.

    an NFL jets blanket

    29. A memorable ring with a dainty band made to look like Princess Diana's (and now Kate Middleton's) engagement ring. Any fan of the Royal Family will looooove showing off this sparkler.

    Promising review: "I love this ring! It’s a lookalike of my engagement ring but I wear this for work instead and I still get so many compliments and I have to tell people it’s from Amazon haha. I shower with it, I wash my hands 1,000 times a day with it and it hasn’t changed color or changed my skin color! I am really impressed!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in sizes 4-12 and 24 styles).

    30. A Nightmare Before Christmas mini cross-stitch kit for your crafty friend who would love nothing more than to *live like Jack and Sally*.

    the cross stitch set

    31. A PyroPet unicorn candle that'll knock the socks off any fantasy-, macabre-, or plain old candle-lover in your life.

    the white candle before and after burning it
    Amazon

    There is a metal skeleton in the middle of your candle that emerges as the candle wax melts. Be sure to put this on a plate so you don't make a mess!

    Promising review: "I wasn't expecting the candle to be so big and hefty! Definitely glad it is though — great value for the money and great for gifting, because it doesn't look cheap. I will be giving it as a Christmas gift for a sister that loves exotic things and candles. Might get myself one!" –Maria simmons

    Get it from Amazon for $39 (available in three colors).

    32. A Le Creuset cast-iron pan for the serious chef who has been dying to get the *perfect* crust on their steak but hasn't had the right pan to really GET there.

    33. A curtain of twinkle lights that'll make them feel like they've headed for the second star on the right and landed in Neverland.

    a reviewer's photo of the twinkle lights hanging behind their bed

    34. An infographic print that'll identify and describe herbs and spices and help any budding chef embrace more flavors.

    The poster, with images of spices, their names, and notes about them

    35. A chic faux-leather belt to act as the finishing touch on every outfit that just seems to be missing *something*.

    36. A throw blanket that'll make a statement in their home decor while also ensuring they're nice 'n' cozy this winter.

    a blanket with blackberries and leaves on it with a boarder that says "the blacker the berry the sweeter the juice"

    37. A trio of products from Glossier for your friend who has always *wanted* to know how to put together a daily makeup routine but never had the right items to do so.

    38. An adorable mini humidifier for your partner who is always complaining about their chapped lips and dry mouth when the wake up during the winter.

    model touching the cool mist humidifier in white with their finger

    39. A Baby Brezza formula dispensing machine to mix and warm bottles for their little one — it'll make those middle-of-the-night feeding sessions a bit more bearable for any new parent.

    Model putting bottle up to white and black formula machine

    40. A splurge-worthy Yeti cooler they'll absolutely lose their mind over when they realize they can fill it with up to 26 cans and ice!

    person carrying a cooler on a boat dock

    41. A two-piece outfit they can wear together or separate for an entire slew of other outfits! A gift that'll keep on giving.

    a model wearing the matching sweat set in grey

    42. A handheld light your partner will surely find themselves *mooning* over each night.

    43. Mario Party Superstars for the Nintendo Switch; buy it for your roommate so you selfishly get to join them for hours of endless fun and competitive banter.

    44. A toothpaste cap for anyone who typically wakes up singing "Somebooooody once told me the world was gonna roll me" à la one of the greatest soundtracks of all time...Shrek.

    45. An ever-popular Instant Pot with so many uses they'll need to take a deep breath before deciding what warm 'n' cozy meals to make with it first.

    46. A 23andMe DNA testing kit that'll give your grandparents a full breakdown of just how Italian they are.

    47. A set of Oxo Pop containers can match all of their appliances and keep their pantry so neat and orderly Marie Kondo would burst into tears of joy upon seeing it.

    an array of the pop containers in a nicely organized pantry

    48. A jar of whipped shower icing available in over 50 scent combinations — please remind your friend *not* to eat this even though it kinda looks and smells delicious...

    49. A sloth-shaped tea infuser for lazy Sunday mornings when they should be taking things *slow*.

    50. A cleaning pen to help your jewelry-obsessed parent keep their gems sparkling.

    51. A classic teddy bear jacket they can cozy up on chill evenings.

    Model wearing the jacket in two ways

    52. A National Geographic geode kit that'll make for a *smashing* gift the entire family can have some fun with (and use to blow off some steam).

    53. A crewneck to help them express their entire mood — a skeleton sippin' on some coffee. It's just as relatable as it is comfortable!

    54. A One Line a Day journal to provide anyone with a place to jot down a quick daily memory they can look back on for years to come — it'll last them five years!

    a reviewer's journal and another with the pages open to show five tiny paragraph sectinos

    55. A hat from Love Your Melon that'll keep your pal's hair in check and make *you* feel like a good human since 50% of their profits are given to the Love Your Melon fund to support the fight against pediatric cancer.

    a grey and white speckled beanie

    56. A scratch paper art set that'll take your bestie right back to your elementary school days but also provide a fun way to decompress after a stressful day.

    57. A subscription to Book of the Month for any bibliophile who hates having to actually speak to someone in a store about what they should read next and would much rather have their next fave novel delivered to their door.

    58. A bathtub tray they can use to keep all of their self care gadgets and essentials at their disposal while they're *ahem* indisposed.

    Promising review: "This may be one of the best self-indulgent purchases I have ever made. I use it almost every day. It dries off beautifully, and while I'm sure in time all the steam will affect it, it still looks great. It's very sturdy, and I am quite happy having my little iPad in position so I can read. An excellent luxury purchase. Also, the fact that it's extendable makes a huge difference. I can use it on my super-wide jacuzzi tub without a problem." —Ruthanne Reid

    Get it from Amazon for $27.97+ (available in 10 colors).

    59. Or a set of calming shower steamers made with essential oils, if they're less of a bath person and more of a "I'm going to stand under this boiling hot waterfall to unwind" type of person. 

    12 shower steamer cubes
    Uncommon Goods

    The scents include lavender, lemongrass, mint, and eucalyptus. 

    Promising reviews: "Such a unique and lovely gift. It's like a bath bomb but for the shower. Turned an ordinary shower into a sumptuous spa experience." –Dee

    Get a set from Uncommon Goods for $28+ (available in sets of five or 12). 

    60. A pair of lightsaber chopsticks that glow and change colors (you know, like the real deal). The stakes of their fights over the last piece of sushi just got wayyy higher.

    BuzzFeed editor using the glowing, blue chopsticks to eat sushi
    reviewer photo of red and green lightsaber chopsticks lit up on two plates
    Emma Lord / BuzzFeed, www.amazon.com

    BuzzFeed editor Emma Lord is a big fan of these chopsticks. Here's what she has to say about them: 

    "As you can see from the above GIF, I bought these for myself, and I love them to pieces. TBH, I use them as decor every bit as much as I use them to eat. Sometimes I just keep them in my work area to light them up during the day to feel fancy. They toggle back and forth between a bunch of different colors, like red, blue, yellow, purple, and multicolor, so you can either make them match *or* have a red and blue one together and bring ~balance~ to the Force."

    Promising review: "I purchased these for a friend's birthday present (he is a sushi waiter) and these are flippin' AMAZING. I ordered two sets by mistake, but I am totally keeping the second pair for another gift (or for myself!). These are sure to be great conversation pieces and attention-getters. Way to go!" —T. Redwood

    Get them from Amazon for $11.97.

    61. A mini Fujifilm Instax camera so they can capture their memories in a fun and unique way that doesn't involve them constantly tapping on the center of their phone screen in an attempt to get it to gosh darn focus. 

    Promising review: "My niece and nephew visited me this summer and I thought it would be a fun way to document the things they did. They enjoyed the pictures and making a book with all the activities they did with family and friends. It's easy to use. The instructions are small so you might need a magnifying glass for them, but once we figured it out, we have taken it everywhere with us." –Amazon Customer 

    Get it from Amazon for $76.65+ (available in six colors).

    62. A set of LED light saber chopsticks for anybody who is the Chewbacca to your Han Solo (and also happens to be who you get sushi with every Friday night).

    63. A mug warmer that'll be invaluable to your roomie who has a terrible habit of making themselves a cup of tea then lingering for so long at your doorway while updating you on the latest development in the "Driver's License" drama that their drink gets cold.

    64. A skeleton ice cube mold tray, so the master mixologist in your life can take their concoctions to the next level. Even if they claim to be ~dead inside~ they'll appreciate this present.

    a glass with an ice cube shaped like a skeleton in it

    65. A handheld massage gun, because the most stressed-out person you know will absolutely appreciate receiving the ultimate self-care gadget. With five speeds, five different massager heads, and a ridiculously long battery life, this massage gun is the take-care-of-yourself tool they didn’t know they needed — but will be so glad to have.

    66. A pretty glass tumbler that's so aesthetically pleasing, they'll reach for it every day. Whether they use it to drink iced coffee, smoothies, or just plain old water, they'll love the nonslip silicone sleeve, the reusable straw, and the fact that it is top rack dishwasher-safe. 

    Editor holding glass tumbler with pink silicone lining and pink straw
    closeup of tumbler showing wooden lid
    Emma Lord/BuzzFeed

    Watch a reviewer pour iced coffee into this chic tumbler on TikTok

    Promising review: "I saw this product on TIkTok and automatically liked it! I love that it comes in so many different colors and the top is wood. I drink lots of water and needed a cup I could take with me everywhere. I could also put iced coffee in it too. I love that it came with two straws, a clear one and white. I will be purchasing another one for my husband and also one for my mom in different colors!" —Rose

    Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (clip the coupon on the product page to save 10%; available in 33 colors and in multiple packs). 

    67. A set of satin pillowcases to protect their hair from tangling and matting. The ultra-soft fabric won't absorb moisture from their skin, so they'll also wake up to a super-hydrated complexion.

    A model hugging a pillow with a black satin case
    The gray satin cases on pillows on a bed
    Amazon

    Check it out in action on TikTok!

    Promising review: "My hair has never been better! I got this because of TikTok and it has done wonders for my hair. My hair isn’t frizzy or dull looking when I get up in the morning." —Aaron Key

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $11.99 (available in 36 colors and four sizes).

    68. A bottle of Mike's Hot Honey for those times they need a bit of a flavor upgrade. They'll love how this sweet and spicy condiment tastes on pizza, tacos, grilled cheese, breakfast sandwiches, you name it! 

    A bottle of the honey drizzled on pizza
    reviewer drizzles Mike's Hot Honey onto nuts and cured meats

    Check it out on TikTok here.

    Promising review: "Saw someone try this in TikTok and knew I needed it. It’s so good and sweet and spicy. I love it on fried chicken and even pepperoni pizza. It’s delicious." —Tricia

    Get it from Amazon for $10.49 (also available in multipacks).

    Some reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.

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